Family and marriage

Fire! How to protect your family

Article Abstract:

Nearly 10 people in the country die in home fires everyday, despite the fact that most of these can be prevented. Ways to protect one's family against fires include ensuring appliances are turned off and unplugged after use, avoiding smoking in bed and keeping matches or lighters out of reach of children. A family escape plan in case of a fire should also be devised.

Up up and away!

Article Abstract:

The motor skill of walking is developed by babies in between their 9th and 18th month. Pediatricians believe that the learning of this skill is influenced by the babies' body size, muscle tone and temperament.